As we approach Veterans Day, a time dedicated to honoring those who have served in our armed forces, it's the perfect opportunity to recognize the extraordinary contributions of our veterans. This year, we invite you to share the stories of the veterans in your life by nominating them for special recognition. Not only will you pay tribute to their service, but you’ll also have a chance to win a $50 coupon for yourself and a $50 coupon for your nominee to use at FOREVER.com.

Our Founder and CEO, Glen Meakem, a Gulf War veteran, is dedicated to serving our community by providing meaningful products that help preserve and share stories now and for future generations. His commitment to honoring veterans' legacies inspires us all to recognize and celebrate those who have served. View this beautifully curated memorial account of WWII veteran, John A. “Jack” Snyder.

Why Nominate a Veteran?
Veterans Day is more than just a holiday; it's a moment to reflect on the bravery, sacrifice, and commitment of those who have defended our freedoms. Every veteran has a unique story—whether it’s the tale of a combat experience, a heartwarming homecoming, or the challenges faced after returning to civilian life. By nominating a veteran, you help ensure their stories are remembered and celebrated.

Share Their Stories
Consider nominating a veteran who has inspired you. Perhaps they received medals for valor or commendations for their service. You might highlight their participation in community service projects post-deployment. Their compassion and leadership might have changed countless lives, making them a beacon of hope. Or, think about a veteran who has faced personal challenges since returning home but continues to inspire others through their resilience and determination.

How to Nominate
To nominate a veteran, simply submit their story along with any supporting photos or documents that highlight their achievements and service to stories@forever.com by Monday, November 4, 2024.

Submitted stories may be featured on our website and social media pages, as well as in a special blog post on Monday, November 11, 2024, highlighting the winning nominee and nominator.

A Special Thank You
As a thank you for sharing these meaningful stories, nominators will be entered into a drawing to win one $50 coupon to use at FOREVER.com. Additionally, their nominated veteran will also receive a $50 coupon. One nominator and their nominee will be drawn. In the case that their nominated veteran is no longer with us, we will reach out to the nominator to coordinate an alternate recipient (e.g. next of kin). The coupon may be used for a meaningful photo book or other photo gifts, guaranteed permanent cloud storage, digitization of VHS tapes and more to digital formats, and other memory-keeping products.

Celebrate Their Legacy
This Veterans Day, let's come together to honor our veterans and share their incredible stories. Your nomination could inspire others and foster a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women. Let us remember that every story is a part of the rich tapestry of our nation's history, and through your nominations, we can ensure that these legacies are celebrated. Take a moment today to reflect on the veterans who have impacted your life. Nominate them, share their story, and together, let’s keep their legacy alive.

By submitting a nomination, you agree that the stories and photos may be shared publicly on our website and in our social media channels. At FOREVER, we aim to share these incredible narratives to inspire others and promote legacy preservation.

The stackable $50 coupon is one-time use and is valid through March 31, 2025 on printed products, software, FOREVER® Storage, FOREVER Video Streaming, FOREVER Digitization, FOREVER Family Research, FOREVER Facial Recognition, and FOREVER-branded Digital Art.